UPDATE: Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has shocked fans with his dramatic weight loss, unveiling a slimmer physique at the 2024 Venice Film Festival while promoting his new film, “The Smashing Machine.” The 53-year-old actor and former wrestler attended the Miu Miu Women’s Tales event on Saturday, sporting a light blue collared shirt and black dress pants that highlighted his leaner frame.
Fans flooded social media with comments about Johnson’s transformation. One user on X remarked, “The Rock has turned into a pebble …,” while another claimed, “Looks like AI to me.” Concerns were raised, with a third netizen stating, “I hope he’s not sick because he looks very thin.” Another fan questioned the rapid change, saying, “No way this is him or recent. 6-7 months ago he was on raw jacked.”
According to reports, Johnson’s transformation was intentional for his role as UFC champion Mark Kerr in the biopic directed by Benny Safdie. “This transformation was something I was really hungry to do,” Johnson stated during the festival. “There was just a voice inside of me that said, ‘Well, what if I could do more — I want to do more and what does that look like?’”
In addition to his physical changes, Johnson has previously disclosed ongoing struggles with gut-related health issues. In June, he shared on “The Mark Hyman Show” that he had been dealing with unidentified digestive problems for years. “I feel great — and that’s the odd thing — but I just can’t crack it,” he said.
Johnson began treatment for these health concerns in early 2024, all while juggling numerous commitments, including a return to the WWE, the upcoming releases of “Red One” and “Moana 2,” and filming for “The Smashing Machine.”
As fans continue to react to his new look, Johnson’s journey emphasizes the importance of personal health and transformation in the public eye. What happens next will be closely watched by his supporters and critics alike, as he balances his health and career in the spotlight. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.